Project Manager

Job Description

Job Title: Project Manager
Location: Ames, IA

Are you a detail-oriented and results-driven Project Manager with a passion for driving projects to successful completion?
We're seeking a talented Project Manager to join our team in Ames, IA. This role offers a competitive salary range of $70-$110K, based on your experience and education.

About the Role:

• Order Auditing & Transition: Conduct thorough audits of incoming orders, ensuring accuracy and smooth transition to engineering.
• Project Planning & Scheduling: Develop comprehensive project plans and schedules, coordinating all project phases.
• ERP System Management: Create sales orders and maintain product delivery dates in the company's ERP system.
• Submittal & Procurement Management: Monitor the submittal approval process, equipment procurement, and production timelines.
• Communication & Coordination: Ensure effective communication between operations, manufacturers, and customers.
• Issue Resolution & Tracking: Proactively identify and resolve order issues, tracking project progress.
• Job Margin Management: Maintain and increase positive job margins through project completion.
• Engineering Support: Assist project engineers with communication with consulting engineers and contractors.

Who You Are:

• Experienced Project Manager: You have 3+ years of experience in construction, engineering, or a related industry.
• Electrical Field Knowledge: You possess basic experience and understanding of the electrical field.
• Problem Solver: You are mechanically minded with excellent math aptitude.
• Organized & Detail-Oriented: You are highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Results-Driven: You are results-oriented and able to manage people and tasks in a deadline-driven environment.
• Excellent Communicator: You possess exceptional communication and customer service skills.
• Self-Starter: You are a self-starter who works well with limited direction.
• Computer Proficient: You are proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook, and have the ability to learn CRM, ERP, and project management systems.

Required Skills:

• Basic understanding of the electrical field.
• 3+ years of relevant construction, engineering, or similar experience.
• Project management, purchasing, submittal review, and cost control experience.
• Strong problem-solving and mathematical aptitude.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Electrical technology degree or related field.
• Experience in heavy civil or mechanical projects and/or the water/wastewater industry.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive Salary: $70-$110K, based on experience and education.

Ready to Join Our Team?
If you are a talented and motivated Project Manager with a passion for driving project success, please apply and reach out to Brian Ray at bray@selectek.net or call 470-415-8255.

Meet Your Recruiter

Brian Ray

Originally hailing from South Alabama, Brian attended the University of Alabama, where he studied Anthropology and Geology. After graduation, he pursued careers in the hospitality and home remodeling industries before finding his way into the talent acquisition world in 2018. He spent the first six years of his recruiting career working in the consumer technology and digital marketing industries before joining Selectek in 2024. Throughout his talent acquisition career, Brian has developed a knack for connecting with both candidates and hiring managers and has a passion for creating a top-notch candidate experience. Outside of work, Brian enjoys spending time with his family (both human and animal), cooking, reading, and playing tabletop games like Dungeons and Dragons.